LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commending Donna Mabee upon the occasion of her
designation for special recognition by SomeOneSpecial of Middletown, New
York, on March 21, 2009, in celebration of Women's History Month 2009

WHEREAS, Women's History Month, celebrated each year in March, is a time
to reflect upon and pay tribute to the women of our State and Nation for
their contributions to their communities and their professions; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that women of every
economic, ethnic, and religious background have made significant
contributions to their community and to the State of New York, and it is
appropriate to recognize them and to publicly acknowledge their endeav-
ors which have enhanced the basic humanity among us all; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commend
Donna Mabee upon the occasion of her designation for special recognition
by SomeOneSpecial of Middletown, New York, on Saturday, March 21, 2009,
in celebration of Women's History Month 2009, and to applaud SomeOneSpe-
cial for doing so; and
WHEREAS, The theme of Women's History Month 2009, Celebrating Women's
Achievements, provides a special opportunity to discover and celebrate
everyday women who have shown leadership in their community; and
WHEREAS, To ensure that women of accomplishment, such as Donna Mabee,
are never forgotten, SomeOneSpecial is proudly honoring Donna Mabee and
other Orange County women who have demonstrated remarkable talent and
hard work throughout the years; and
WHEREAS, Born and raised in Middletown, New York, Donna Mabee's
parents, Antoinette and Antonio Boffa Sr., founded Tony Boffa's Restau-
rant in 1951; and
WHEREAS, In 1972, Donna Mabee married her husband, Edward, together
they started to work in the family business; and
WHEREAS, Today, Donna Mabee, the proud owner and exemplary manager of
Tony Boffa's Restaurant, continues to work tirelessly to keep her
customers satisfied while also finding the time to give back to her
community; and
WHEREAS, For the past several years, Donna Mabee has hosted the Adopt
a Family for Christmas program; each year an entire family, who may not
otherwise be able to celebrate Christmas, comes to the restaurant and
enjoys a special and wonderful meal while opening their wish list gifts;
and
WHEREAS, This exceptional program is truly in the giving spirit and
serves as a testament to Donna Mabee's commitment to the community; and
WHEREAS, New York State is home to countless women, strong and color-
ful threads vital to the fabric of our rich heritage, who have and
continue to contribute to the advancement of our culture through their
exemplary leadership; and
WHEREAS, With her throughout have been her husband, Edward, their two
children, Nannette and Eric, as well as their grandchildren, Taylor and
Victoria, all of whom feel privileged to be a part of her life and
rejoice in her achievements; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that those who
enhance the well-being and vitality of their community and have shown a
long and sustained commitment to excellence certainly have earned our
recognition and applause; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commend Donna Mabee upon the occasion of her designation for special
recognition by SomeOneSpecial of Middletown, New York, on March 21,
2009, in celebration of Women's History Month 2009; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Donna Mabee.